The Journey of the Lucky Patch: From Discovery to 54 Nuggets

One of our valued customers recently shared an exciting update on his ongoing gold prospecting journey, and we couldn’t wait to pass it along! Last year, we told you about his remarkable discovery of a gold patch in the Talbot area. Equipped with his Minelab GPX 6000 and the Nugget Finder 12x7 coil, he set out with his family on a camping trip, determined to surpass his previous record of finding 5 pieces in one trip. That weekend, he uncovered an impressive total of 19 pieces of gold.

But the story didn’t end there. He returned to the patch, giving it a slight rake, and ended up uncovering another 6 pieces. The excitement of finding so much gold in one place was enough to hook him even more on the adventure. So, he decided to bring his dad along—a seasoned prospector who had been out many times but never found gold before. To everyone's delight, his dad pulled out 10 pieces of gold, his excitement through the roof!

The family returned to the patch the next day, and that’s when the big surprise came. They unearthed a stunning 108-gram nugget, a true beauty that made the 31 smaller finds seem like just the beginning of what this patch had to offer. The find was the definition of a "patch of dreams," and we were absolutely thrilled to hear the news.

Fast forward to today, and the patch continues to yield new treasures. Their tally has grown to an impressive 54 pieces, and while they’re still finding the occasional bit of lead and other rubbish, the gold is keeping them coming back. His dad, who once struggled to find any gold, is now out prospecting on his own during the day while his son works. Though he hasn’t found anything huge yet, he’s clocking up the kilometres and enjoying every moment of the hunt.

Even the frosty mornings haven’t slowed them down. On some of their trips, temperatures have dropped to -4°C, but nothing can stop their dedication. Each visit brings a new opportunity to uncover more of the hidden gold that this patch holds. And despite the tough conditions, they’re stretching the tally with every trip, proving that patience and persistence pay off.

As of now, the family’s collection sits at 54 pieces, and they’re not planning on stopping anytime soon. The adventure continues, with new discoveries waiting around every corner. This story shows just how rewarding gold prospecting can be when you find the right patch, and it’s a testament to the power of perseverance and a little bit of family teamwork. We can’t wait to hear what they discover next!